NFL Trade Rumors

Falcons Atlanta dominated their first game with first-round QB Michael Penix Jr. as the starter despite his average stat line. Falcons HC Raheem Morris is pleased with the rest of his team for stepping up and doing their job to help support the rookie in his debut. “When you go out there and your defense plays as well as they did today, able to score two touchdowns, and get the … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Michael Penix Jr., Bryce Young, Falcons, Panthers, Saints

The Falcons have signed LB Rashaan Evans and DL Kyler Baugh to the practice squad, the team announced Tuesday. Atlanta’s practice squad now includes:  WR Dylan Drummond DL LaCale London WR Jesse Matthews DL Junior Aho (International) DE Khalid Kareem QB Nathan Peterman LB Josh Woods TE Armani Rogers OT Tyrone Wheatley WR Phillip Dorsett CB Lamar Jackson C Matt Hennessy RB … [Read more...] about Falcons Signed LB Rashaan Evans To Practice Squad

Bears Bears signed DB Adrian Colbert from their practice squad. Bengals Bengals signed DT Domenique Davis. Bengals signed LB Craig Young. Bills Bills placed LB Baylon Spector on injured reserve. Bills signed LB Nicholas Morrow. Broncos Broncos designated RB Tyler Badie to return from injured reserve. Broncos signed RB Blake Watson from their practice squad. Broncos … [Read more...] about NFL Transactions: Tuesday 12/24

Falcons Atlanta is moving onto first-round QB Michael Penix Jr. after a tough year from QB Kirk Cousins. Falcons OC Zac Robinson praised Penix for his composure and ability to stay calm in the high-pressure moments. “His heart beats very slow, which is a good thing,” Robinson said, via Josh Kendall of The Athletic. “I don’t think anybody is going to have to say anything for … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Chuba Hubbard, Alvin Kamara, Michael Penix, Falcons, Panthers, Saints

Ian Rapoport has another look at what the Falcons’ options with QB Kirk Cousins are now that the veteran has been benched. Consistent with other reports, Rapoport says the most likely option is the Falcons end up releasing Cousins.  Rapoport explains that a release is easily the best option for Cousins, allowing him the freedom to pick his next team. He also has a no-trade … [Read more...] about More On Atlanta’s Options With Kirk Cousins